In this honest, funny, and deeply reflective episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela unravel the idea of “being behind” in life—and ask, according to who? From teenage dreams of escaping to Magaluf to adult spirals over Instagram comparison, they explore how our internalised timelines are often shaped by family expectations, school conditioning, and social media illusions.

The duo share personal experiences of academic pressure, changing careers later in life, and redefining success outside of traditional markers. Angela reflects on returning to study in her 40s and what she would’ve done differently if she'd had the confidence and support. Juliet brings humour and honesty to the conversation around social media, imposter syndrome, and the myth of linear success.

Together, they challenge the cultural obsession with achievement, ask whether we’re mistaking survival for underachievement, and remind listeners that everyone’s path is unique—and often messier than it looks.

• Redefining success at different life stages

• The danger of comparing timelines (especially via social media)

• How school and family shape our beliefs about success

• Learning to value personal growth over external achievements

• The emotional weight of “feeling behind” and how to reframe it

• Changing direction at any age: it’s never too late

  
  

💡 Key Themes:

• Redefining success at different life stages

• The danger of comparing timelines (especially via social media)

• How school and family shape our beliefs about success

• Learning to value personal growth over external achievements

• The emotional weight of “feeling behind” and how to reframe it

• Changing direction at any age: it’s never too late

In this rich, rambling, and refreshingly real episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela take a soulful detour into the messy magic of female friendship and community. Inspired by the phrase “We don’t heal in isolation, we evolve in sisterhood,” they explore what sisterhood really means—through the lens of childhood connections, adult friendships, social media frustrations, and even ancient tribal wisdom.

Through laughter and honesty, they reflect on their own teenage girl gangs, growing pains, and why sometimes old friendships feel more like sunk-cost fallacies than safe spaces. They unpack why women can struggle to support each other authentically, how social media adds layers of performance, and why healing often involves consciously uncoupling from people who no longer align.

Along the way, they dip into everything from Brene Brown’s candle metaphor to pyramid-scheme friendships, primal bonding, and the collective consciousness of humanity (yes, really). The episode ends with a powerful reminder: sisterhood isn’t a luxury—it’s medicine.

In this deeply reflective episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela explore the invisible but powerful force behind so many of life’s outcomes: energy—aka intention, alignment, and presence. From noticing shifts in client engagement when on holiday, to debating how "doing the work" doesn’t always guarantee results without aligned mindset, they unpack the very real impact of being energetically in or out of your work.

The conversation flows through the messy, human truths of money, pricing, purpose-driven business, and navigating healing spaces ethically. They discuss sliding scale models, the guilt around charging, and how being “all in” with intention creates more abundance than hustling ever did.

With humour, honesty, and real-life examples (from horses to corporate jobs to childhood programming), Juliet and Angela ask: Are you truly aligned with what you're trying to call in—or are you chasing someone else’s dream? And how do you know the difference?

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wrestled with their pricing, questioned the woo, or wondered if energy really does make a difference. Spoiler: it does.

In this candid, meandering, and thought-provoking episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela dive into the big question: is natural always best? From home births and organic veg to Botox, almond croissants, and tap water debates—nothing is off the table.

This conversation explores what “natural” really means in different contexts—health, beauty, food, parenting, and lifestyle. The duo share personal contradictions (like swearing off tap water but still loving a bit of Botox), reflect on tribal wisdom, seasonal eating, and the myths of modern wellness. They also discuss sustainability, food sourcing, the psychology of guilt around choices, and the challenges of doing what’s "right" when everything is nuanced and subjective.

Expect honest confessions, big belly laughs, and a genuine exploration of how modern women make sense of being conscious without becoming obsessive. If you’ve ever felt torn between buying the organic shampoo or just using what’s in the hotel shower—this one’s for you.

In this raw and unexpectedly funny episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela get candid about one of life’s biggest taboos: death. From Viking funerals to near-death misses, ghostly revenge missions to funeral-crashing confessions, this conversation covers it all—with the kind of honesty that makes you laugh one minute and reflect the next.

They talk about how personal experiences (or lack of them) shape how we view death, the fear (or lack of fear) around dying, and the strange, often awkward social rituals around funerals and grief. Angela shares her take on premonitions and energetic imprints, while Juliet reflects on how losing multiple grandparents shifted her sense of time and mortality. They also touch on spiritual beliefs, what not to say to someone who’s grieving, and how different cultures handle death far more openly than we do in the UK.

This isn’t a gloomy conversation—it’s warm, curious, and full of surprising wisdom. Whether you avoid the topic altogether or find yourself grappling with questions of mortality, this episode reminds you that talking about death can actually be a powerful act of life.

In this immersive episode, Juliet shares her powerful experience becoming a certified firewalk instructor and spiritual leadership facilitator under the guidance of Peggy Dylan. The conversation begins lightheartedly but quickly dives into the deep psychological, emotional, and energetic aspects of firewalking. We explore what compels someone to walk across hot coals, the transformational power of facing fear, and the tribal origins of this ancient practice. Juliet also discusses the physical challenges like arrow breaking and glass walking, and how these practices build courage, focus, and inner strength. We talk about group dynamics, personal awakenings, and how removing distractions (like mobile phones!) deepened the entire experience. The episode ends with reflections on modern leadership, trust, and the n'um—the tribal energy concept that empowers the body to transcend fear.

Themes explored:

• Firewalking as metaphor and rite of passage

• The balance of science, spirituality, and survival instinct

• Authentic leadership and the importance of presence

• Inner transformation through discomfort

• The impact of removing digital distractions

• Tribal wisdom and reclaiming communal practices

• Tailoring spiritual experiences to audience and environment

Quote-worthy moments:

“Build your energy and your body performs.”“Sometimes the body knows how to walk through fire even when the mind still doubts.”“Without phones, time disappeared… and I finally heard myself again.”

In this raw and deeply relatable episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet and Angela wade into the messy middle of emotional processing - what it really means, why it looks different for everyone, and how even “small” triggers can unravel much deeper truths. What begins with a story about swimming lessons and parental guilt unfolds into an honest conversation about shame, spirals, and the emotional backlog so many of us carry.

Together, they explore how life pressures, hormonal shifts, and unexpected arguments can ignite a chain reaction that leads to emotional dysregulation. With their signature humour and warmth, they reflect on crying as a release, the myth of “shouldn’t I be over this by now?”, and the shame spiral that often follows. From overthinking to overfunctioning, they normalise how processing emotions can feel heavy, awkward, and beautifully necessary.

The episode also touches on emotional compartmentalisation, parenting, compassion fatigue, ChatGPT as a self-reflection tool, and how sleep, social media, and even industrial noises can impact emotional recovery. It's a nuanced, real-world look at the emotional labour that doesn’t often get spoken about - but is central to growth, healing, and being human.

In this beautifully immersive episode of Growth Through Friendship, Juliet shares the profound experiences, reflections, and cultural insights from her recent trip to Tanzania. What starts as a simple travel update unfolds into a rich exploration of tribal life, modern tourism, and the contrast between Western pressures and traditional living.

From epic safaris across the Serengeti and sunrise drives through national parks to visiting nomadic Hadzabe hunter-gatherers and Detoga blacksmiths, Juliet recounts the unforgettable moments that challenged her worldview. She reflects on the warmth of the people, the resilience of communities without modern convenience, and the complex emotions of observing poverty, purpose, and joy through a Western lens.

The episode also dives into the impact of colonisation, displacement of tribes, and the fascinating rituals, language, and food systems that still survive. Whether it’s bow-and-arrow hunting in the bush, reflecting on the meaning of happiness, or the surprising insight that Tanzanian tribespeople have straighter teeth due to natural diets, Juliet’s stories are insightful, honest, and deeply human.

This episode is not just about travel - it’s about questioning our values, redefining wealth, and recognising how much there is to learn from people living closer to nature. Angela listens with curiosity and compassion as they unpack what it really means to live well, be free, and find purpose.